Serving 770 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Munford Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Munford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Munford Elementary School's student population of 770 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
770 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Munford Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Munford Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#345 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
16%
31%
White
78%
50%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Munford Elementary School's ranking?
Munford Elementary School is ranked #345 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Munford Elementary School often compared to?
Munford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Munford Elementary School?
770 students attend Munford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Munford Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Munford Elementary School?
Munford Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Munford Elementary School offer ?
Munford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Munford Elementary School part of?
Munford Elementary School is part of Talladega County School District.
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